External Scholarships

Many students at Aurora University receive scholarships from organizations outside of AU. Browse the list of external scholarship opportunities and resources below.

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Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

If you live in the Fox River Valley area, there are scholarships just for you! Many students are awarded scholarships that are available through the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. Complete the scholarship eligibility questions to begin the application process.

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

Deadline: January 24, 2025


United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI)

USHLI has awarded over $1.6 million in scholarships and internships to students from disenfranchised communities from coast to coast. Each scholarship has different requirements and monetary value for recipients.

Denny’s Hungry For Education
Denny’s Hungry For Education scholarship program is partnering with USHLI to award deserving high school and college students for their ideas to help in the fight against childhood hunger.

Deadline: November 30, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CST


Rumba Meats
Through a partnership with United States Hispanic Leadership Institute, Rumba Meats is awarding 25 post-secondary academic scholarships of $1,000 each and helping empower today’s Hispanic youth to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Deadline: November 30, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CST


USTA Future Leaders in Sport Scholarship

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has partnered with the United States Tennis Association Incorporated to offer four USTA Future Leaders in Sport Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Majoring in Sport Management
  • Must be attending a 4-year HACU-member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico
  • Must be a junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents

To apply:

  • Submit your application here.

Deadline: November 1, 2024


American Association of University Women (AAUW): Elgin IL Area Branch

The Elgin Area Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) is offering two $1,000 scholarships to be used to meet undergraduate college expenses.

The Betty Medearis Memorial Scholarship and the Elgin Legacy/Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: April 3, 2024


Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC)


The Harlan and Joan Behrens Scholarship

The Harlan and Joan Behrens Scholarship, in the amount of $7,800, was created by Harlan Behrens, AU ’51, in memory of his wife, Joan Marie Behrens, nee Haines, AU ’52. Their shared goal: helping students succeed, fulfill their potential, and have a positive impact on the world.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Attending AU as a traditional undergraduate student
  • Reside (hometown) in the Fox Valley region in Knox County, Illinois
  • Majoring in English, Communication, History, Theatre, or Education
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

To apply:

Deadline: March 15, 2024


The Erhart Stallmann Scholarship

The Erhart Stallmann ’63 Endowed Scholarship, in the amount of $2,200, was established by his wife, Shirley Stallmann, his two children, and grandchildren, with the intent to pass on blessings the family has received.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Attending AU as a traditional undergraduate student who has completed their sophomore year
  • Must be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalization
  • Majoring in Business, Education, or Nursing
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

To apply:

Deadline: March 15, 2024


Illinois Sheriff's Association Scholarship Program

The Illinois Sheriff's Association will be awarding over one hundred $500 scholarships throughout the State of Illinois to students wishing to pursue higher education. The student must be enrolled full-time at a certified institution of higher learning within the State of Illinois.

Illinois Sheriff's Association

Deadline: March 15, 2024


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